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Job#: 3033795
Job Description:
Agile Project Manager
Location: Suffolk, Virginia (On-site)
Employment Type: Contract to Perm
Role Overview
An experienced Agile Project Manager is sought to support a Joint Training DevSecOps pipeline core infrastructure and data center. This role supports the Deputy Directorate, Joint Training (DDJT) by coordinating Agile project activities, facilitating delivery within a SAFe environment, and supporting configuration management processes. The ideal candidate will serve as a process coordinator and Scrum coach, guiding teams through Agile delivery, release management, and lifecycle configuration management activities.
Key Responsibilities
Education: Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Experience: At least 7 years of relevant experience, with at least 3 years working in a Scaled Agile (SAFe) environment within DOD Top Secret programs.
Clearance: Must be capable of acquiring/maintaining a Top Secret SCI clearance.
Certifications: Must hold an IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security CE, SSCP, GSEC, GICSP, or CCNA-Security).
Technical Skills: Knowledge of Configuration Management, DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, and release management processes. Experience with Agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, Git, or Jenkins.
Preferred Qualifications
Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at or .
Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
Job#: 3033795
Job Description:
Agile Project Manager
Location: Suffolk, Virginia (On-site)
Employment Type: Contract to Perm
Role Overview
An experienced Agile Project Manager is sought to support a Joint Training DevSecOps pipeline core infrastructure and data center. This role supports the Deputy Directorate, Joint Training (DDJT) by coordinating Agile project activities, facilitating delivery within a SAFe environment, and supporting configuration management processes. The ideal candidate will serve as a process coordinator and Scrum coach, guiding teams through Agile delivery, release management, and lifecycle configuration management activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate Agile project execution within a SAFe environment, including PI planning, sprint activities, and release coordination.
- Provide Scrum coaching and facilitate Agile ceremonies across cross-functional teams.
- Support infrastructure and software lifecycle configuration management processes.
- Coordinate change management, release tracking, baseline management, and requirement intake activities.
- Collaborate with DevSecOps, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and development teams to support CI/CD and operational delivery.
- Track risks, dependencies, action items, and project deliverables across teams.
- Serve as a liaison between technical teams, configuration management personnel, leadership, and government stakeholders.
- Support documentation, status reporting, and compliance activities within DoD Top Secret environments.
Education: Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Experience: At least 7 years of relevant experience, with at least 3 years working in a Scaled Agile (SAFe) environment within DOD Top Secret programs.
Clearance: Must be capable of acquiring/maintaining a Top Secret SCI clearance.
Certifications: Must hold an IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security CE, SSCP, GSEC, GICSP, or CCNA-Security).
Technical Skills: Knowledge of Configuration Management, DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, and release management processes. Experience with Agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, Git, or Jenkins.
Preferred Qualifications
- SAFe certification (SAFe Agilist, SPC, RTE, or equivalent) or Scrum certification (CSM, PSM, etc.).
- ITIL, PMP, or CM certifications.
Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at or .
Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.